Jana Kreppner

Jana Kreppner is a Professor in Developmental Psychology at the University of Southampton, focusing on the impact of early experiences on child and adolescent development. Her work emphasizes the role of caregiver-child and peer relationships in shaping typical and atypical developmental trajectories, with applications to relationship-based interventions for youth wellbeing.

• Research funded by ESRC, NIHR, Waterloo Foundation, and Wellcome Trust
• Interdisciplinary collaborations in Psychiatry, Paediatric Neurology, Education, and Public Policy

Kreppner integrates quantitative and qualitative methods in longitudinal studies spanning childhood to young adulthood. Current projects include ADHD interventions for schools, asylum seeker mental health, and neurodevelopmental outcomes after early deprivation.

Recent publications highlight trends in developmental psychopathology, AI-assisted narrative analysis, and policy-relevant behavioral research. Her work bridges clinical, educational, and social care domains.

Scientific Awards

• Vice Chancellor Award: Knowledge Exchange & Enterprise (2024)

Kreppner supervises PhD students in Psychology, Primary Care, Gerontology, and Politics, with active involvement in translating research into practice through collaborations with NHS, educational institutions, and child welfare organizations.